The Associate Technical Designer will support the seasonal design and merchandising process by contributing technical designs for in-category styles to ensure on-budget and on-time delivery of garments. Key Accountabilities: Measure and prepare samples before all fit sessions and record comments to ensure final fit, quality and construction meet all standards Work closely with Sourcing and Design to execute the Time and Action calendar and manage the sample approval process Communicate with overseas factories and vendors to ensure all styles, fits, construction and specs meet the standards for costing and appropriateness for brand Track fit and pre-production samples Partner with Production and Quality Assurance teams to carry out quality assurance protocols to identify issues and suggest solutions Special projects as assigned Required Skills/Abilities/Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design with a strong knowledge of garment construction and patternmaking 1+ years of experience in the fashion industry as an Assistant Technical Designer (children’s wear experience a plus) Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills with attention to detail Strong knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim Outerwear experience required
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